St. Mary’s Catholic Church restoration reveals historic brick hidden for decadesLincoln, Neb. (KLKN) — After more than a century of standing across from the Nebraska State Capitol, St. Mary’s Catholic Church is seeing some major renovations. White paint that has covered the building for more than 60 years is being removed, revealing the original brick and stone underneath. It’s really an architectural gem,” Father Joseph Walsh of St. Mary’s Catholic Church said. Crews are removing the peeling paint, cleaning more than a century of buildup and repairing brick, stone and mortar.